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Support us in spreading awareness on Mental issues in Africa
Your funds and resources will go towards:
Mental Health materials and toolkits for students and trainees
Resources for our daily operational activities of the foundation
Our monthly support groups for individuals in times of stress and difficulty
Providing Mental Health First Aid to young people
Training Mental Health First Aiders
DID YOU KNOW
Donating;
$2 covers daily operational costs.
$5 assists with daily boosts on Instagram and Facebook on mental health information and tips?
$10 presents a child or young adult with an educational toolkit on mental health the entire week!
$20 saves a life during our annual donations by providing free food and health care.
Even very young children may show early warning signs of mental health concerns.
It is a common misconception that children don’t experience mental health problems. These mental health problems are often clinically diagnosable, and can be a product of the interaction of biological, psychological, and social factors. Half of all mental health disorders show first signs before a person turns 14 years old, and three quarters of mental health disorders begin before age 24.
Unfortunately, less than 20% of children and adolescents with diagnosable mental health problems receive the treatment they need. Early mental health support can help a child before problems interfere with other developmental needs.
The vast majority of people with mental health problems are no more likely to be violent than anyone else.
Most people with mental illness are not violent, and only 3%–5% of violent acts can be attributed to individuals living with a serious mental illness. In fact, people with severe mental illnesses are over 10 times more likely to be victims of violent crime than the general population. You probably know someone with a mental health problem and don’t even realize it, because many people with mental health problems are highly active and productive members of our communities.
Mental health problems have nothing to do with being lazy or weak and many people need help to get better.
Many factors contribute to mental health problems, including:
- Biological factors, such as genes, physical illness, injury, or brain chemistry
- Life experiences, such as trauma or a history of abuse
- Family history of mental health problems
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